Total streamflow across the
Mckenzie River
was last observed at
52,812
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
104,751
acre-ft of water today; about 170%
of normal.
River levels are high.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
31,005 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2019-04-08 when daily discharge volume was observed at
160,850 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Mckenzie River Near Coburg
reporting a streamflow rate of 13,100 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Mckenzie River Bl Payne Cr
with a gauge stage of 2094.34 ft.
This river is monitored from 8 different streamgauging stations along the Mckenzie River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 3,020 ft, the
Mckenzie River At Outlet Of Clear Lake.
The McKenzie River is a tributary of the Willamette River located in Oregon, stretching for approximately 90 miles. The river was named after Scottish-Canadian explorer Donald McKenzie, who first discovered the river in 1812. The McKenzie River is renowned for its clear water and pristine environment, making it a popular recreational destination for fishing, rafting, and hiking. The river also has several hydroelectric dams, including Cougar, Blue River, and Trail Bridge Reservoirs, which provide electricity to the surrounding areas. Aside from its recreational and energy uses, the McKenzie River is also crucial for irrigation, particularly for farming in the Willamette Valley. The river is home to a variety of fish species, including trout and salmon, and has been a conservation focus for many organizations.
Last Updated | 2024-12-25 |
Discharge Volume | 104,751 ACRE-FT |
Streamflow |
52,812.0 cfs
+18965.0 cfs (+56.03%) |
Percent of Normal | 170.33% |
Maximum |
160,850.0 cfs
2019-04-08 |
Seasonal Avg | 31,005 cfs |
Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Mckenzie River At Outlet Of Clear Lake
USGS 14158500 |
582 cfs | 2.86 ft | 22.01 | |||||
Mckenzie River Bl Payne Cr
USGS 14158740 |
278 cfs | 2094.34 ft | 8.59 | |||||
Mckenzie R Blw Trail Br Dam Nr Belknap Springs
USGS 14158850 |
1440 cfs | 7.21 ft | 4.35 | |||||
Mckenzie River Near Vida
USGS 14162500 |
7890 cfs | 3.91 ft | 44.77 | |||||
Mckenzie River Blw Leaburg Dam
USGS 14163150 |
9200 cfs | 8.25 ft | 44.43 | |||||
Mckenzie River Near Walterville
USGS 14163900 |
10300 cfs | 6.82 ft | 57.98 | |||||
Mckenzie River Abv Hayden Br
USGS 14164900 |
10300 cfs | 55.96 ft | 68.03 | |||||
Mckenzie River Near Coburg
USGS 14165500 |
13100 cfs | 12.15 ft | 74.2 |
The McKenzie River is a 90-mile (145 km) tributary of the Willamette River in western Oregon in the United States. It drains part of the Cascade Range east of Eugene and flows westward into the southernmost end of the Willamette Valley. It is named for Donald McKenzie, a Scottish Canadian fur trader who explored parts of the Pacific Northwest for the Pacific Fur Company in the early 19th century. As of the 21st century, six large dams have been built on the McKenzie and its tributaries.